Pharos CompactFlash GPS Receiver Review

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Pharos CompactFlash GPS Receiver Review

Manufacturer: Pharos

Model#: REC.22

Weight: .20lbs
Height: 1..9"

Width: 2..2"
Length: "

Average Rating: 4 out of 5 Stars

Features:

With the introduction of the iGPS-360 Global Positioning System receiver, Pharos Science & Applications, a leading provider of portable navigation and location-based services for mobile devices, has brought the power of GPS location-finding and navigation to all types of portable and handheld computing devices.The unique modular design of the iGPS-360 receiver allows users to add GPS positioning and navigation capability via the serial, USB, CompactFlash, PCMCIA port or Bluetooth wireless connection to their notebook computer, Windows Mobile-based Pocket PC, Tablet PC or other mobile computing or telematics device.The innovative iGPS-360 uses Pharos' integrated Global Positioning System receiver and antenna design, and SiRF/Star-II LP chipset and architecture and which tracks 12 GPS satellites simultaneously. The SiRF/Star-II LP's 12-channel tracking capability gives the Pharos GPS receiver superior performance, enabling fast GPS signal acquisition and reacquisition, and optimum response in dynamic applications such as quickly moving vehicles, as well as in harsh signal environments such as foliage and urban canyons. Combined with its ultra-compact design, WAAS capability, and its universal connectivity, the iGPS-360 presents users with a cost effective, high performance portable navigation capability for any type of mobile computing device.

User Submitted Pharos CompactFlash GPS Receiver Reviews

Date: 2007-08-31
Pharos CompactFlash GPS Receiver
I already had one of these prior to purchasing a new one on Amazon. The reason I had to purchase a new one is that the old one performed inconsistently and was not reliable. That said, I never received my order from the Seller on Amazon and so 1) would not recommend this product if you want something failsafe, and 2) I would not order from the seller on Amazon because they still haven't communicated with me even though they charged my credit card for the purchase.

Date: 2007-04-10
Pharos CompactFlash GPS Receiver
For it's size you can't go wrong with this unit, READ the fine print before purchase, this one does not come with software ( must be purchased separately ).

Date: 2006-11-07
Good but slow
The Pharos GPS receiver is working fine out of the box, but it often takes a loooooooong time to lock to satellite signals. I am not sure if this is due to the GPS receiver itself, or to the Ostia software, though.

Overall it is quite reliable (if I wait long enough... ). :)